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Research aide requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in research aide job postings.
Sample research aide requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with data analysis software
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
Sample required research aide soft skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Effective problem-solving skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities
Research aide job description example 1
Nationwide Children's Hospital research aide job description
Research Aide - RI CIRP Zhu
Provides assistance in research experiments under direction of Research Assistant; obtains supplies and equipment needed for research projects; maintains laboratory records.
Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?
The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.
Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.
We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.
Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.
Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.
Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists with research experiments for specific area.
2. Conducts laboratory analyses; assists in assay studies and tests on substrates of materials used in research.
3. Performs cell bacterial and viral cultures utilizing sterile techniques. Grows and harvests research specimens, as applicable.
4. Obtains supplies and equipment needed for research projects and ensures equipment is in proper working condition. Draws items from inventory supplies.
5. Prepares special instruments and monitoring devices used to record test results.
6. Maintains laboratory records and completes required charts. Records patient information in log books. Files charts and patient slides and ensures appropriate disbursement of reports.
7. Assists with preparation of laboratory reports by collecting and collating research data. Prepares drafts of laboratory reports under direction of Research Assistant and conducts library research to obtain supporting research data. Prepares charts, graphs, and related data.
8. Maintains clean laboratory area. Replaces instruments after use and ensures slides, test tubes, glassware, and other items used in analyses are cleaned. Adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures.
9. Performs miscellaneous related duties
Qualifications
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
* High School graduate with two years accredited college coursework majoring in science preferred.
Minimum Physical Requirements:
Percent of time spent on:
* 50% Typing on computer
* 25% Answering phones
* 11% Miscellaneous paperwork associated with research and OSU faculty appointment
* 10% Acting as liaison
* 02% Xeroxing
* 02% Filing
* 100% Kneeling / reaching
* 100% Finger dexterity
* 100% Talking / hearing / seeing
* The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
Provides assistance in research experiments under direction of Research Assistant; obtains supplies and equipment needed for research projects; maintains laboratory records.
Why Nationwide Children's Hospital?
The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose.
Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission.
We're 14,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere.
Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children's badge what they do for a living. They'll tell you it's More Than a Job. It's a calling. It's a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere.
Nationwide Children's Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.
Responsibilities
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Assists with research experiments for specific area.
2. Conducts laboratory analyses; assists in assay studies and tests on substrates of materials used in research.
3. Performs cell bacterial and viral cultures utilizing sterile techniques. Grows and harvests research specimens, as applicable.
4. Obtains supplies and equipment needed for research projects and ensures equipment is in proper working condition. Draws items from inventory supplies.
5. Prepares special instruments and monitoring devices used to record test results.
6. Maintains laboratory records and completes required charts. Records patient information in log books. Files charts and patient slides and ensures appropriate disbursement of reports.
7. Assists with preparation of laboratory reports by collecting and collating research data. Prepares drafts of laboratory reports under direction of Research Assistant and conducts library research to obtain supporting research data. Prepares charts, graphs, and related data.
8. Maintains clean laboratory area. Replaces instruments after use and ensures slides, test tubes, glassware, and other items used in analyses are cleaned. Adheres to proper safety techniques and procedures.
9. Performs miscellaneous related duties
Qualifications
Reports to: Principal Investigator
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
* High School graduate with two years accredited college coursework majoring in science preferred.
Minimum Physical Requirements:
Percent of time spent on:
* 50% Typing on computer
* 25% Answering phones
* 11% Miscellaneous paperwork associated with research and OSU faculty appointment
* 10% Acting as liaison
* 02% Xeroxing
* 02% Filing
* 100% Kneeling / reaching
* 100% Finger dexterity
* 100% Talking / hearing / seeing
* The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification.
EOE M/F/Disability/Vet
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Research aide job description example 2
Kennedy Krieger Institute research aide job description
**Overview**
The **Research Aide** will ensure study subjects are scheduled in a timely manner, according to research protocols, and will enter data on subjects to help track retention and attrition. This position will ensure that all parent packets are current with Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and are sent to families in a timely manner. This staff member will ensure that assessment materials are purchased and processed in a timely manner and assist with conference and special event preparations and other research tasks.
**Responsibilities**
1. Ensure that research evaluations are scheduled according to the various study protocols and to be audio and video taped.
2. Ensure that parent packets are prepared and sent to families prior to scheduled assessments.
3. Maintain tracking system to ensure that all current participants, ineligible subjects, and families dropped from the study are accurately accounted for.
4. Process all purchase requests and reimbursement for research staff.
5. Set-up and breakdown testing rooms along with videotaping evaluations according to various research protocols.
6. Obtain and track medical records for subjects participant in research.
7. Assist with overall organization of lab materials and equipment.
8. Assist with care of siblings of the child being tested if parents are in with the examiner.
9. Assist with organization and planning of the annual conference and/or other fund raising events, including scheduling speakers, securing location, brochure development, registrations, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), etc.
**Qualifications**
**EDUCATION:**
+ High School diploma is required.
+ Bachelor's degree in Psychology, education, or related field preferred.
**EXPERIENCE:**
Experience with young children with autism preferred.
**Benefits**
**We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve.**
**Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and child care subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities.**
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**Vacancy ID** _7912_
**Pos. Category** _Research_
**Job Location : Street** _3901 Greenspring Avenue_
**\# of Hours** _40.00_
**_Job Locations_** _US-MD-Baltimore_
**Pos. Type** _Regular Full Time_
**Department : Name** _CARD Research_
Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet
The **Research Aide** will ensure study subjects are scheduled in a timely manner, according to research protocols, and will enter data on subjects to help track retention and attrition. This position will ensure that all parent packets are current with Institutional Review Board (IRB) approvals and are sent to families in a timely manner. This staff member will ensure that assessment materials are purchased and processed in a timely manner and assist with conference and special event preparations and other research tasks.
**Responsibilities**
1. Ensure that research evaluations are scheduled according to the various study protocols and to be audio and video taped.
2. Ensure that parent packets are prepared and sent to families prior to scheduled assessments.
3. Maintain tracking system to ensure that all current participants, ineligible subjects, and families dropped from the study are accurately accounted for.
4. Process all purchase requests and reimbursement for research staff.
5. Set-up and breakdown testing rooms along with videotaping evaluations according to various research protocols.
6. Obtain and track medical records for subjects participant in research.
7. Assist with overall organization of lab materials and equipment.
8. Assist with care of siblings of the child being tested if parents are in with the examiner.
9. Assist with organization and planning of the annual conference and/or other fund raising events, including scheduling speakers, securing location, brochure development, registrations, Continuing Education Units (CEUs), etc.
**Qualifications**
**EDUCATION:**
+ High School diploma is required.
+ Bachelor's degree in Psychology, education, or related field preferred.
**EXPERIENCE:**
Experience with young children with autism preferred.
**Benefits**
**We require full COVID vaccination or documentation of medical and/or religious exemption(s) approval for this job as we are a healthcare institution committed to putting health and safety first for our patients, students, employees, and the communities we serve.**
**Kennedy Krieger Institute offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match, tuition reimbursement, free parking and child care subsidies! In addition, we offer rich professional development opportunities.**
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**Vacancy ID** _7912_
**Pos. Category** _Research_
**Job Location : Street** _3901 Greenspring Avenue_
**\# of Hours** _40.00_
**_Job Locations_** _US-MD-Baltimore_
**Pos. Type** _Regular Full Time_
**Department : Name** _CARD Research_
Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M/F/Disability/ProtectedVet
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024